2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2003 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Colorado | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
